108th Congress Popluar Programs - C-SPAN Video LibraryThe most popular programs for the 108th Congress Taghttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/browse?topic=1349
en-USCopyright 2015, National Cable Satellite Corporationinfo@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTTue, 03 Mar 2015 20:19:00 GMTNew Member OrientationNew members met for an orientation session. Brief portions of the meeting were shown, Representative Hoyer spoke briefly about the purpose of the meeting, and several new members spoke about their reactions.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173788-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173788-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTNew Senate Majority Leader ElectionThe senators talked about the election of Senator Frist as Senate majority leader for the 108th Congress. Senator Frist was elected to replace Senator Lott, who had resigned the position on December 20th. Following prepared remarks, they responded to questions from reporters.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174371-2
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174371-2Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTNew Member InterviewRepresentative McCotter talked about his experiences as a freshman member and his aspirations in the new Congress.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174456-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174456-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTNew Members of the 108th CongressSeveral new members of Congress spoke about moving to Washington and gave tours of their offices.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174577-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174577-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTMinority Leader Ceremonial Swearing-InRepresentative Pelosi took a ceremonial oath of office prior to the opening of the new Congress. She became the first woman to become a party leader and would be assuming the responsibilities of the House Minority Leader.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174463-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174463-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMT108th Congress ReviewMr. Kuhnhenn talked about the 108th Congress, details of the intelligence and omnibus bills, as well as House and Senate leadership elections and rules changes for the 109th Congress. He responded to telephone calls, faxes, and electronic mail from viewers.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184477-3
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184477-3Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTHouse Minority LeadershipThe Representatives talked about the House Democratic leadership elections. Rep. Menendez was elected Democratic Caucus chair, Rep. Clyburn vice chair, and Rep. Hoyer Minority Whip. Following prepared remarks, they responded to questions from reporters.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173847-2
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173847-2Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTEconomic IssuesHouse Democratic leaders announced that they are holding an economic forum today and tomorrow in which they will formulate a long-term economic plan for their party. After their remarks they answered questions from reporters.
Rep. Pelosi is the incoming House Minority Leader, Rep. Hoyer is the incoming House Minority Whip, Rep. Menendez is the incoming Democratic Caucus chair, Rep. Clyburn is the incoming Democratic Caucus vice chairhttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174157-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174157-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMT2002 Election ResultsThe panelists talked about the November 5 midterm elections, and the implications for the 108th Congress.
Mr. Ehrenhalt has not been aired.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173728-3
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173728-3Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTCongressional Hispanic Caucus OfficersOfficers in the Congressional Hispanic caucus took a ceremonial oath of office on the first day of the new Congress.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174494-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174494-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTCongressional Black Caucus Officershttp://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174461-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174461-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTCapitol Hill StoriesMr. Henry talked about current political events and news of the day, focusing on the congressional agenda. Among the issues discussed were the Unborn Victims of Violence Act, the fiscal year 2005 budget, and proposed changes to House Democratic committee leadership selection rules.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181067-6
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/181067-6Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTMedia Perspectives on 108th CongressThe panelists talked about the 108th Congress, including the reasons for the outcome of the November 5 midterm elections, and what could happen in the 108th Congress. They also responded to questions from the audience. Mr. Milewski moderated the panel.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174089-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174089-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTHouse Minority Leader News ConferenceRep. Pelosi, the incoming House minority leader, talked about Democratic priorities in the 108th Congress, including the economy, national security, international weapons proliferation, and the 2004 elections. She also responded to questions from reporters.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174423-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174423-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTFuture Democratic LeadershipIn the Federal Building, Rep. Pelosi talked about the upcoming House leadership elections. She announced that she had enough commitments from Democratic House members to be elected House Minority Leader. Following her prepared remarks, she responded to questions from reporters.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173756-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173756-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTHealth Care LegislationThe panelists talked about health care legislation likely to come before the 108th Congress, including plans for Medicare, prescription drug coverage, and health insurance for the unemployed. Following their prepared remarks, they responded to questions from the audience.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174309-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174309-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTNew Senators News ConferenceFreshmen senators spoke to reporters about their legislative agenda on the first day of Congressional proceedings.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174496-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174496-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTRepublican Congressional AgendaRepublican senators talked about their successes and disappointments during the 2003 legislative session. Among their accomplishments, they highlighted the Medicare prescription drug bill, appropriations for global HIV/AIDS treatment, the jobs and economic growth package, and the $87 billion supplemental appropriation for Iraq and Afghanistan. Among their disappointments, they listed the failure of the Senate to pass tort reform legislation, bio-shield legislation, judicial nominations, the energy bill, and various appropriations bills. Following prepared remarks, the senators responded to questions from reporters. They held a football during the news conference, and consistently utilized football terms and analogies to describe the agenda and procedures of the Senate and the roles and actions of various senators.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/179313-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/179313-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTSenate Minority Leader News ConferenceSenators spoke to reporters about the Democratic agenda for the Senate. Senator Daschle also spoke about his decision not to run for president in 2004. Following their remarks they answered questions from the reporters.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174466-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174466-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTHouse Minority Leader AnnouncementRep. Pelosi announced that she was elected House Minority Leader for the 108th Congress, and Rep. Spratt was elected Assistant Minority Leader. Rep. Gephardt and Rep. Spratt made brief comments. Rep. Pelosi also responded to questions from reporters.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173847-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173847-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTHouse Democratic Leaders MeetingHouse Democratic leaders talked about current issues, focusing on the economy. This informal meeting preceded a news conference by Rep. Pelosi, the incoming House minority leader.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174444-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174444-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTNew Member InterviewRepresentative Majette talked about her experiences as a freshman member and her aspirations for the new Congress.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174455-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174455-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMT108th Congress OutlookMr. Pryor, Senator-elect from Arkansas, talked about issues including the November 5 elections, the differences between Democrats and Republicans, campaign financing, and the outlook for the 108th Congress. He responded to audience telephone calls, faxes, and electronic mail.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174084-2
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174084-2Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTPlans for Senate Majority Leader ElectionThe senators talked about the procedure they would use later that day to elect an incoming Senate majority leader using a conference call. Senator Hutchison participated by telephone.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174371-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174371-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTEnvironmental IssuesThe panelists talked about the environment, focusing on how environmental issues might be treated by the 108th Congress and the Bush administration. Following their prepared remarks, they responded to questions from reporters.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174320-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174320-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTSenate LeadershipSenator Domenici talked about Senator Lott's resignation as incoming Senate majority leader, and urged Senate Republicans to quickly elect Senator Bill Frist to fill the vacant position. He also responded to questions from reporters.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174341-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174341-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTCongressional Black Caucus LeadershipCaucus members spoke to reporters about their leadership elections and agenda for the next Congress. They also talked about Senator Lott's remarks at a birthday celebration for Senator Thurmond in which he supported Senator Thurmond's 1948 presidential campaign on a segregationist platform. Following their remarks they answered questions from the reporters.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174171-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174171-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTLegislative Session ReviewSenate minority leader Daschle and House minority leader Rep. Pelosi talked with reporters about the 2003 session of Congress. They criticized the Republican-led Congress for not solving the unemployment and Medicare prescription drug problems. Other topics included national energy policy, national debt, partisanship, and education. They also answered reporters' questions.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/179486-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/179486-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTDemocratic Congressional AgendaDemocratic leaders spoke to reporters about their agenda for the lame-duck session of Congress, the makeup of the 109th Congress, and the results of the 2004 elections. They also answered questions from the reporters.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184370-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184370-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTSenate Republican AgendaSenator McConnell talked about the priorities for the 108th Congress. He also responded to audience telephone calls, faxes, and electronic mail.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173835-5
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173835-5Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTHouse Freshmen Photo OpAll the newly elected Representatives gathered on the steps of the Capitol for a photograph.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173897-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173897-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMT108th Congress OutlookSenator-elect Coleman talked about issues, including goals for the 108th Congress and the possibility of war in Iraq. He responded to audience telephone calls, faxes, and electronic mail.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174099-2
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174099-2Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMT108th CongressRepresentatives talked about the opening day of Congress and responded to viewer comments and questions.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174458-4
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174458-4Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMT108th Congress ReviewMr. Cohen talked about the 108th Congress, including updates on the intelligence and omnibus bills, as well as House and Senate leadership elections, and rules changes for the 109th Congress. He responded to telephone calls, faxes, and electronic mail from viewers.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184476-2
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184476-2Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTEnvironmental ProgramsThe panelists talked about how the 108th Congress might approach environmental policy. Following their prepared remarks, they responded to questions from the audience.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174222-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174222-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTCapitol Hill StoriesMr. Curran spoke about potential candidates to chair the Democratic National Committee, the intelligence reform and omnibus spending bills, and the assignment of congressional office space.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184478-7
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184478-7Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTDemocratic Legislative AgendaRep. Pelosi, the House minority leader, and Rep. Hoyer, the House minority whip, briefed reporters on their goals for the 2004 legislative session. Among the issues addressed were committee assignments, health care, infrastructure, education, jobs, and homeland security. Following prepared remarks, the representatives responded to questions from the audience.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/179953-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/179953-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTCapitol Hill StoriesMr. Curran spoke about the intelligence reform bill, provisions of the omnibus spending bill that could constrain access to abortions, and plans to remove a provision from the spending bill that would have given Appropriations Committee members and staff access to individual tax returns.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184478-6
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/184478-6Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMT108th CongressSenator Santorum talked about the opening of Congress and responded to viewer comments and questions.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174458-2
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174458-2Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTCapitol Hill StoriesMr. Curran spoke about legislative issues including recent Congressional action on federal spending, the potential for an omnibus spending bill during the next Congressional session, conference committee work on intelligence reform, and a corporate tax bill.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/183895-5
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/183895-5Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTNew Member OfficesA C-SPAN crew toured temporary office spaces for newly elected members of Congress.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173875-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173875-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTDemocratic Legislative IssuesSenator Harkin talked about his perspective on the 108th Congress, and Senator Zell Miller's decision not to seek re-election in 2004. He responded to audience telephone calls, faxes, and electronic mail.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174536-2
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174536-2Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTOpen Phones: Sen. Frist ElectionTelephone lines were open for viewer reactions to Senator Frist's election as incoming Senate majority leader. Senator Frist replaced Senator Lott, who had resigned from that position on December 20th.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174379-3
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174379-3Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMT108th Congress OutlookSenator-elect Sununu talked about his election campaign and his expectations for the new congress meeting in January. He also responded to viewer comments and questions.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174072-2
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174072-2Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTSunday Talk Show StakeoutThe Senate leaders talked separately about homeland security legislation, and their goals for the both the lame duck session and the 108th Congress. They also responded to questions from reporters.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173768-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173768-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTSenator Frist News ConferenceSenator Frist talked about his election earlier that day as incoming Senate majority leader, and what his priorities would be in the 108th Congress.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174368-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174368-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTNew Member InterviewRepresentative Van Hollen talked about his perspectives on coming to Washington, his legislative agenda, and expectations for serving in Congress.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174480-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174480-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTDemocratic Legislative AgendaSenator Daschle and Rep. Pelosi talked about Democratic views and priorities. Among the issues addressed were the state of the union, the situation in Iraq, the position of the U.S. in the world, homeland security, overtime pay, the economy, and education. Rep. Pelosi focused on foreign policy issues, while Senator Daschle focused on domestic policy issues. Following prepared remarks, the leaders responded to questions from the audience.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/179997-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/179997-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTSenate Majority Leader News ConferenceSenator Daschle talked about issues including homeland security legislation, terrorism insurance, and the makeup of committees for the 108th Congress. Following his prepared remarks, he responded to questions from reporters.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173843-1
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/173843-1Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMTOpen Phones: Sen. Frist ElectionTelephone lines were open for viewer reactions to Senator Frist's election as incoming Senate majority leader. Senator Frist replaced Senator Lott, who had resigned from that position on December 20th.http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174379-2
info@c-spanarchives.org (National Cable Satellite Corporation)http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/174379-2Tue, 12 Nov 2002 00:00:00 GMT